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DEC Theory and OrCalc Software Training

6.0 CPD Hours

Standard Rate
£650.00  +VAT
Member Rate
£525.00  +VAT
  • Energy Assessor Training

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This course will provide the background knowledge related to Display Energy Certification and the role of the Energy Assessor, as well as an overview of the ORCalc Software used to produce the Display Energy Certificate itself and the associated Advisory Report.

The course will cover:

  • Building certification
  • Application of the legislation
  • Calculating the Operational Rating
  • Data Required
  • The Assessment Period
  • OSR & LZC Recognition
  • Benchmarks & Developing Composite Benchmarks
  • Handling Shared Occupancy Buildings
  • Campus Buildings
  • Developing Advisory Reports
  • Government software ORCalc - Use and Data Entry

Learning outcomes:

Knowledge required to undertake assessment of and produce Display Energy Certificates / Advisory Reports.  

Software:

If you wish to produce DECs you must demonstrate that you are competent in the use of an approved software tool to produce the DEC and Advisory Report. This course offers training on the DEC government software ORCalc. 

You must have downloaded and installed OrCalc Software in advance of this course. You can do this here (https://www.cibsecertification.co.uk/personnel-certification/general-information/software-downloads/)

PLEASE NOTE:

If you wish to produce Display Energy Certificates (DECs) you must:

- have gained certification as a Low Carbon Energy Assessor (LCEA) with CIBSE Certification.

- be able to demonstrate that you are competent in the use of an approved software tool to produce the DEC and Advisory Report. 

Being a Low Carbon Consultant is a pre-requisite for being an LCEA with CIBSE Certification. If you are not yet a Low Carbon Consultant Building Operations, find out more about routes to becoming an LCEA to produce DECs before sitting this course.

If you are hoping to certify as a DEC assessor we recommend that you complete the pre-APEL form, before you complete the LCC Building Operations assessment.

 

 

Delegates wishing to go on to become LCEAs (Low Carbon Energy Assessors) and be able to produce Display Energy Certificates must be existing CIBSE LCCs (Low Carbon Consultants) before attending this course.

For delegates who are attending only to expand knowledge and complete CPD requirements (and not become LCEAs), a knowledge of assessing energy consumption in buildings would be required.

 

You must have downloaded and installed OrCalc Software in advance of this course.

You can do this in the following ways:

Downloading it from here (https://www.cibsecertification.co.uk/personnel-certification/general-information/software-downloads/)

Request a copy of the software directly from CIBSE Certification [email protected] or the CIBSE Training team [email protected]

You will also be provided with a CIP data file to use alongside the software. 

Delegates will be expected to complete two sample Display Certificates & Advisory Reports from case studies provided. These would be completed after the course and submitted for assessment.

Speakers

Adrian Sweetman

Adrian Sweetman

Acreshort Consulting | Principal Energy Consultant

Adrian Sweetman has an engineering background and has applied that knowledge to the energy management field thus bringing a practical perspective to the courses he delivers.

Having been training for CIBSE since 2008, Adrian has a good level of knowledge in the field of energy efficiency, legislation and compliance gained through working with a divers set of commercial and industrial clients as a consultant.

Adrian is also a CIBSE Certification Non Domestic Energy Assessor and ESOS Lead Assessor.

Booking your place on a course is easy with two simple options:

1.    Credit/Debit Card
Click the 'Book Now' button at the top right of this webpage, next to your desired date to secure your spot instantly using a credit or debit card.

2.    Invoice
To request an invoice, please complete our ‘Public Course Booking Form’. Your place on the course will be confirmed once our Training team processes your booking.

International Bookings
For delegates booking from outside the UK, VAT will not be charged for ‘Remote’ and ‘On-Demand’ courses, as well as online exams. VAT will only apply if you attend a course in person within the UK. Delegates residing outside of the UK, will need to complete a ‘Public Course Booking Form’.
If you encounter any difficulties, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

Group Bookings
For bookings of 6 or more employees, please visit the 'Corporate Bookings' tab on the left of this page for details on how to arrange group training.
Please contact us to talk about all your corporate training requirements:
Email: [email protected] or call +44 (0)20 8772 3660.

Next Steps
Remote - How to join:
This course will be conducted live online via Microsoft Teams. You do not need a Microsoft Teams account. After finalising your booking, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to join the session.
You can join using your preferred web browser. Alternatively, if you have the Microsoft Teams desktop app installed, simply click 'join meeting' in the email to connect directly through the app.

Face-to-Face:
The course location will be listed below the corresponding date and included in your booking confirmation email, sent after your booking is finalised. Please arrive at the location 15 minutes before the start time.

Note that face-to-face courses are not available online, so your in-person attendance is required.
Catering will be provided during the course. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please inform us in advance by emailing [email protected] so we can make suitable arrangements.

Course Materials: 
The course presentation and any additional materials will be provided to delegates on the day of the course, once attendance has been confirmed. You will receive links via email to download these materials. For those attending a remote course, the materials will also be shared through the Microsoft Teams chat.

In our efforts to be more sustainable, we encourage you not to print the materials.

What is included?
•    Full-day training led by an industry expert
•    CPD certificate upon completion
•    PDF course materials
•    Lunch and refreshments (For face-to-face courses only)

CIBSE recognises the value of team collaboration and offers specialised training solutions for companies looking to enhance their teams' expertise. Our Corporate training service provides a fully guided experience, designed to upskill your employees without the hassle of scheduling conflicts. 

Enjoy personalised learning journeys that boost productivity and innovation.

Further discounts are available for group bookings. 

To learn more about these discounts and to discuss your corporate training needs, please contact us:

To book a course or make an enquiry, please complete our ‘Corporate Training Enquiry Form’.

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